Umckaloabo

Pelargonium sidoides

Family: Geraniaceae Evidence: A tinctureextractcapsule

Zulu respiratory remedy — EPs 7630 extract is a German registered medicine for acute bronchitis. Name means "heavy cough" in Zulu. Clinical evidence for reducing bronchitis duration by 2 days. Contains gallic acid and umckalin.

Safety Profile

PregnancyInsufficient Data
BreastfeedingInsufficient Data
PediatricSafe

Contraindications

Bleeding disorders. Autoimmune diseases.

Interactions

Blood thinners (coumarin content).

Side Effects

GI upset, allergic reactions. Very well tolerated.

Liver: Rare hepatotoxicity reported.
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